NLIR IR SPECTROMETER SYSTEM MODEL S-MIDWAVE-2050-400-2K-F (BRAND NAME ONLY)

Statement of Work (SOW)

To advance semiconductor manufacturing by providing reliable material properties for modeling and improved high-yield processing through the acquisition of a specialized Infrared (IR) Spectrometer System.

• Deliverable: One (1) IR Spectrometer System, NLIR Model S-MIDWAVE-2050-400-2K-F.

• Warranty: One (1) year.

• Delivery Terms: FOB Destination (or equivalent INCOTERM such as DDP) to DOC/NIST, Gaithersburg, MD.

• Detector Sensitivity: 130k counts/(ms µw).

• Minimum Detectable Optical Power: 5 pW/nm at fiber entrance (exceeding dark noise at 100 ms integration).

• Spectrometer Speed: Exceeding 250 Hz for full spectral range.

• Spectral Range: 3.0 µm - 5.0 µm.

• Spectrum Resolution: Equal to or better than 6 cm-1.

• Spot Size: 300 µm - 500 µm.

• Optical Coupling: Fiber coupled, including MWIR light gathering optics and fiber.

• Working Distance: 100 mm - 200 mm.

• Software: Controls parameters, collects/saves spectra (non-proprietary formats), runs on Windows 10/11, includes API if available.

• Physical: USB or Ethernet connection, system mass <= 10 kg, operates from standard US outlet (120 V, 15 A).

• Condition: All items must be new; no used, remanufactured, experimental, prototype, custom, or "gray market" items.

• Basic functions will be tested, including software installation, system connection, positioning/focusing, and radiance measurements from a test sensor (100 °C to 600 °C).

• NIST may forego performance testing at its discretion.

• Visual inspection for defects or transport damage.

• Government reserves the right to reject nonconforming equipment at any time prior to acceptance.

• Delivery: No later than twelve (12) weeks after receipt of award.

• Warranty: Minimum of one (1) year, commencing upon Government acceptance.

• Advance payment is not authorized.

• Invoicing in arrears upon receipt of a proper invoice.

• Partial shipments and invoices not accepted unless pre-approved.

• The specific model NLIR Model S-MIDWAVE-2050-400-2K-F is specified due to critical detector sensitivity requirements for measuring low emissivity metal films.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. The government is seeking quotations for an IR Spectrometer System, specifically the NLIR Model S-MIDWAVE-2050-400-2K-F. This will be competed as full and open competition.

• Item: IR Spectrometer System, NLIR Model S-MIDWAVE-2050-400-2K-F (CLIN 0001)

• Quantity: 1

• Detailed requirements are provided in an attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Delivery, acceptance, and FOB point requirements are in the attached SOW.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price purchase order (PO) anticipated.

• Procurement Method: Simplified acquisition procedures.

• Submission Method: Electronic quotations via email.

• Due Date: Not later than 4:00 PM Eastern Time on 05/01/26.

• Submission Email: ranae.armstrong@nist.gov (with copy to Donald.collie@nist.gov).

• RFQ Number: Reference in email subject line.

• Inquiries Deadline: Written questions due by 04/28/26 to ranae.armstrong@nist.gov and Donald.collie@nist.gov. Responses will be provided in a solicitation amendment.

• Quotation Structure: Must be divided into three volumes: Volume I – Technical Quotation, Volume II – Price Quotation, Volume III – Terms and Conditions.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quotation is the lowest priced, technically acceptable quote. Technical capability and price reasonableness will be evaluated.

• Award Basis: Lowest priced, technically acceptable offer. The government may award without discussions.

• NAICS Code: 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 1,000 employees.

• Registration: Quoters MUST possess an ACTIVE registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) at the time of quotation submission, award, performance, and final payment. Failure to maintain active SAM.gov registration will result in quotation rejection.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through RFO, supplemented by U.S Department of Commerce Acquisition Policy.

• No prototypes, demonstration models, used or refurbished instruments will be considered.

• Quotations must clearly document that the proposed products meet or exceed all specifications in the SOW.

• Shipping and delivery costs must be included in the total price.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document incorporates by reference numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Commerce Acquisition Regulation (CAR) provisions and clauses. It also provides full text for specific provisions and clauses, including those related to the Buy American Act, authorized deviations, inquiries, agency protests, GAO/Court of Federal Claims protests, place of acceptance, contract performance during NIST operating status changes, and billing instructions.

• FAR 52.252-1 & 52.252-2: Solicitation provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference. Full text is available upon request or electronically via provided links.

• FAR 52.225-2 (Buy American Certificate): Offerors must certify that end products are domestic and identify any foreign end products or domestic end products containing critical components.

• CAR 1352.215-72 (Inquiries): All questions must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist (Ranae Armstrong) and cc'd to the Contracting Officer (Don Collie) no later than three calendar days after solicitation issuance. Responses will be in writing via amendment.

• Protests: Procedures for agency protests (to the Contracting Officer or Protest Decision Authority) and GAO/Court of Federal Claims protests are detailed, including service requirements.

• NIST Local Clause 53: Contractors must check NIST campus operating status daily before arriving on site and adhere to requirements. Performance may be impacted by NIST operating status changes, including lapses in appropriation.

• Billing Instructions: Invoices must be sent electronically to INVOICE@NIST.GOV and include specific contract and invoice details. Payment requests must be submitted through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) upon written notice.

• Inquiries: Must be submitted in writing within three calendar days of issuance.

• Protests: Specific procedures and addresses are provided for agency and external protests.

• Billing: Electronic submission via email or IPP is required.

Several provisions relate to small business representations (e.g., FAR 52.204-5, FAR 52.219-28) and prohibitions on contracting with certain entities (e.g., inverted domestic corporations, entities requiring confidentiality agreements).

• Many provisions and clauses are incorporated with an authorized deviation (indicated by "DEVIATION").
• Specific contact information for inquiries and protest submissions is provided.
• Contractors must monitor NIST website and operating status lines for operational updates.